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TN SB0301
TN SB0301AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8, Chapter 36, relative to firefighter retirement age.
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Introduced
01/27/2025
01/27/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, authorizes a firefighter with a rank equal to or higher than shift commander to continue in service beyond the mandatory retirement age of 62 years of age. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 36.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee's retirement regulations for firefighters by modifying the existing law to allow firefighters with a rank of shift commander or higher to continue working beyond the current mandatory retirement age of 62. Specifically, the bill changes Section 8-36-205(a)(3)(C) to add language that permits firefighters in leadership positions (those who are either the chief of a fire department or hold a rank of shift commander or above) to remain in service past the standard retirement age. This change provides more flexibility for experienced firefighting personnel to continue their careers, potentially benefiting departments by retaining highly skilled and knowledgeable senior firefighters. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving local fire departments and personnel ample time to prepare for and implement the new retirement age provision.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee (on 02/12/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0301&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB0333 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB0333.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB0301.pdf |
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